Alpine Elements explain that ski holiday bookings have hit an all time high and explain some possible reasons.

Holiday budgets of skiers and snowboarders are likely to be hit negatively for the 2009 season, which, incidentally, is not the immediate credit crunch.

Firstly, there is inflation in the price of oil and the reduction in the number of flights has also decreased. Secondly, the price of the Euro has also increased.

Lessening flight capacity is driving prices up as demand takes a firm hold, and the rising dollar price for a barrel of oil is being factored into flight costs as determined by nervous airlines.

If you are lucky enough to get yourself a well priced flight or ski holiday package this season, your next problem is that you are going to have to pay 20-25% (with inflation) more this year for your resort costs such as ski pass, ski lessons and ski hire. This could add £60 a head or £250 - £300 more to the cost of a family ski holiday, based on a party of 4.

We are urging all skiers who have vacation plans to make their bookings now to avoid disappointments later on. This is more important considering the rise in the air fuel and also currency charges. It is advisable and best to make the use of current rates and fixed prices to make the bookings.

We, at Alpine Elements have an assurance for all our ready-booked clients that no further charges shall be levied on them, due to any increase in air fuel prices or currency. This guarantee is available on all the base holiday packages. If bookings are made on Ski Extras in advance, then those rates can be fixed also.

Early bookers (that is those that book before October), will not only be sure to get the chalet they really want, but also to get the best group discounts and better priced flights of the season.

We advise all tourists to make the booking right now. There are chances of last minute squeeze in the market mainly due to high costs of air fuel together with the reduced availability of flights and the rising cost of Euro. Reports reveal that the demand is especially more from those skiers who specially desire high altitude snow in the winter.

-- Notes to Editors--
Alpine Elements specialise in high altitude ski holidays throughout the French Alps. We deliver great deals on ski holidays for individual travellers, couples, families and groups. We also offer group discounts, ski lessons for beginners and skiing insurance cover, making things less stressful for you when you travel with us. So if you are looking for ski chalets or a want to find out more about ski holidays call Alpine Elements today.

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Michael Sental
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